Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken
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Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken
Description
This Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken recipe uses chicken breasts pierced to help absorb a marinade of mustard varieties, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The chicken is allowed to marinate at least 30 minutes, letting the flavors penetrate the meat. Grilling over medium or medium-high heat cooks the chicken through while forming a lightly caramelized crust.
The basting with reserved marinade during and after cooking builds layers of flavor and keeps the exterior moist and glossy. The chicken's texture should be juicy and tender when cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Resting the meat after grilling helps retain juices for better bite quality.
This chicken suits main dishes served alongside vegetables, salads, or grains. The honey mustard glaze gives a balance of sweetness and bite, making it approachable for meals with mild-to-medium flavor profiles. It's versatile for family dinners or casual grilling occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. chicken breast
- 1/3 cup mustard (Dijon, Stone Ground, Yellow, or any combination)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2-3 Tablespoons olive oil (may use canola or vegetable)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken breast in a large Ziploc bag. Using a fork, pierce small holes in the chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour 1/2 of honey mustard marinade into bag with chicken. Set aside remaining honey mustard sauce to use to baste on the chicken. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat grill to medium or medium-high heat. Once the grill is heated, place chicken on the clean grill.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of chicken breast. The FDA recommends the internal temperature to be 165 degrees. The chicken will continue to cook for 1-2 minutes after removing from the grill.
- After turning the chicken one time, brush remaining honey mustard sauce all over chicken. After removing chicken from the grill, brush the second coat of sauce so it is completely covered.
- Let rest for several minutes before cutting so it stays nice and juicy.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 281 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 281kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 716mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 57IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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